The Art of Wire: Creative Techniques for Designer Jewelry

The Art of Wire

Learn how to turn wire working into an art! Wire working only requires a few simple tools, but it provides endless opportunities to create artful jewelry. Whether you are new to jewelry making or a seasoned artist, wire is a medium rich in possibility. J. Marsha Michler, the author of Bead & Wire Art Jewelry, takes wire working to a new level inside these pages. Open The Art of Wire and discover:

* An extensive technique section that introduces you to wire working through step-by-step photos and instructions. Learn the ins and outs of working with wire as well as how to create your own unique and beautiful findings to personalize your jewelry.

* Five chapters, each focusing on a different wire-working technique. Transform your jewelry with hammering, wrapping, filigree, crchet and dowel knitting.

* Over 30 beautiful jewelry projects including necklaces, earrings, bracelets, rings and brooches.

Wrap, hammer, coil, curl, twist, dowel knit, and crochet your way through the pages of The Art of Wire to make your own fabulous, one-of-a-kind creations.

Inventive Metal Clay For Beaders

Inventive Metal Clay For Beaders

Here's a collection of 18 inspiring projects to jumpstart your metal clay creativity. Metal clay is so easy to use and it has exciting potential...especially when beaders transform it into beautiful finished jewelry. In three sections, moving from beginner through advanced, Inventive Metal Clay explores how to:

               • Set cubic zirconia, natural stones and cabochons

               • Use texture plates, bead forms, cork clay and brass screen

               • Apply gold foil and enamel to fired metal clay

               • Incorporate fine silver wire and bezel strips

With these skills and more, you'll create pendants, necklaces, bracelets, earrings, beads, charms and rings. Each project concludes with a gallery of variations for inspiration. Have fun exploring your own interpretations of the wealth of techniques inside!